Ask about how Thermal Imaging and our Mold / Indoor Air Quality Sampling can enhance your inspection experience.
These are two VERY important ancillary inspection services that can be provided as part of your basic home inspection. NOT every inspection company does this, but you probably realize already that I am not your average inspector.
Thermal Imaging Reports
Infrared (thermal imaging) is an advanced, non-invasive technology that allows the inspector to show clients things about their homes or buildings that can’t be revealed using conventional inspection methods. Ancillary inspection reports are just as important as the reports generated for a standard inspection.
In terms of energy loss, an IR camera can detect:
In terms of detecting moisture intrusion, an IR camera can locate:
In terms of detecting electrical defects, an IR camera can locate:
In terms of detecting issues with heating and cooling defects, an IR camera can locate:
These are two VERY important ancillary inspection services that can be provided as part of your basic home inspection. NOT every inspection company does this, but you probably realize already that I am not your average inspector.
Thermal Imaging Reports
Infrared (thermal imaging) is an advanced, non-invasive technology that allows the inspector to show clients things about their homes or buildings that can’t be revealed using conventional inspection methods. Ancillary inspection reports are just as important as the reports generated for a standard inspection.
- Limitations of thermal imaging: The client should be aware of some limitations of thermal imaging including the fact that, as with any type of inspection, it can’t predict future conditions. However, a roof that is experiencing moisture intrusion which has been detected through thermal imaging will very likely lead to serious structural issues and mold growth if left unaddressed. Areas of concern are checked with the thermal imaging camera and then verified with other tools or additional observation.
In terms of energy loss, an IR camera can detect:
- heat loss and air infiltration in walls, ceilings, floors, windows and doors
- damaged and/or malfunctioning radiant heating systems
- air-conditioner compressor leaks
- under-fastening and/or missing framing members, and other structural defects
- broken thermal seals in double pane windows
In terms of detecting moisture intrusion, an IR camera can locate:
- plumbing leaks
- hidden roof leaks before they cause serious damage
- missing, damaged and/or wet insulation
- water and moisture intrusion around penetrations and at the foundation and building envelope that could lead to structural damage and mold
In terms of detecting electrical defects, an IR camera can locate:
- abnormally hot breakers
- abnormally hot circuit wiring and devices
In terms of detecting issues with heating and cooling defects, an IR camera can locate:
- leaking air ducts
- hidden supply air vent
- visually quantify supply air temperatures
- verify radiant in floor heat functionality